What is the compression-to-ventilation ratio during multiple-provider CPR for a 6-year-old child?

During multiple-provider CPR for a 6-year-old child, the compression-to-ventilation ratio is 15:2. This ratio is specifically designed to provide high-quality chest compressions while ensuring that ventilation is adequate as well.

This approach allows for effective circulation and oxygenation of the child's blood while minimizing interruptions in compressions. The 15:2 ratio indicates that for every 15 chest compressions, two rescue breaths are delivered, which is optimal for a child. In the context of two providers, this method helps maintain a rhythm that maximizes the chances of a positive outcome during cardiac arrest situations.

In single-provider CPR for children, the compression-to-ventilation ratio differs (30:2), highlighting how the number of rescuers affects the approach to resuscitation. The emphasis on more compressions in the 15:2 ratio during multiple-provider situations is designed to ensure that there is always a strong emphasis on circulation while also accounting for ventilation needs.